>> A single man in possession of a good fortune must be in want of a wife — or at least that’s how Pride and Prejudice opens. See Mr. Darcy come to life in the play adaptation of Jane Austen’s novel at the Round House Theatre Bethesda, opening November 23.

>> While the buzz may be for Joss Whedon’s adaptation, let Shakespeare Theatre Company tide you over with their production of Much Ado About Nothing. Opening November 25.

>> Big heart, big personality, big hair and big musical numbers: Hairspray has it all. Follow the journey of Tracy as she learns about life and love in this production from Signature Theatre, opening November 21.

Also This Month

  • The Studio Theatre opens The Golden Dragon, a tale of globalization and interconnectedness, on November 2.
  • WSC Avant Bard presents the two-part epic variety show: The Mistorical Hystery of Henry (I)V. November 7.
  • dog & pony dc looks to its audience for full participation in Beertown. Opening November 9.
  • The National Theatre brings the pop sensation of the Jersey Boys to D.C. Opening November 10.
  • Synetic Family Theater presents the Native American tale, Rough Face Girl, with music, acrobatics and dance. Opening November 11.
  • Theater of the First Amendment presents STAY, opening November 11 at Shakespeare Theatre Company.
  • Also opening at Signature Theatre this month, A Second Chance gives us art, music and love. Opening November 15.
  • African Continuum Theatre Company explores identity, struggle and relationships in The Legend of Buster Neal. Opening November 17.
  • Imagination Stage opens a musical Dr. Dolittle on November 22.

Holiday Offerings

  • The Ford’s Theatre production of A Christmas Carol opens November 18.
  • MetroStage opens A Broadway Christmas Carol, November 17.
  • Adventure Theatre offers up ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Opening November 18.
  • The Puppet Co. brings life-size marionettes to life in The Nutcracker. November 25.

Still playing: Othello has been extended through December 4 at Folger Theatre. Arms and the Man continues through November 20 at Constellation Theatre Company. John Blade, Super Spy! at the Letelier Theatre closes November 7.

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